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Fans React To Usher's Grammy Performance

Posted 2/13/11 10:20 pm EST by in Grammys, Interviews

Early Grammy award winner Usher snagged two of the coveted awards – one in the Male R&B Vocal Performance category for the song “There Goes My Baby” and another for his album Raymond V Raymond which won for Best Contemporary R&B album. Read More...

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B.o.B Introduces His Monocle During Grammy Performance

Posted 2/13/11 10:12 pm EST by in Grammys, Music News


By Erika Ramirez

Atlantic Record artists, B.o.B, Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae, are three of the most wanted artists right now. The trio hit the stage at tonight’s (February 13th) 53rd Grammy awards to perform their hits, “Nothin’ on You,” (by B.o.B.) “Grenade (by Bruno Mars) and “Cold War” (by Janelle Monae). The Atlanta MC, in a black tux and a monocle, kicked off the performance with “Nothin’ on You,” aside Janelle Monae and Bruno Mars. Read More...

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Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj And Drake Celebrate At Grammy Party

Posted 2/13/11 8:03 pm EST by in Grammys, Interviews, Music News

By D.L. Chandler

During a Saturday (February 12) night pre-Grammy party, the Cash Money and Young Money crews lived up to their namesake at a swank West Hollywood club celebrating the success of the label’s top artists.

Party planner Colin Cowie, who planned the bash for Lil Wayne’s homecoming from prison party, transformed West Hollywood club The Lot into a literal bank vault complete with gold carpet on the dance floor and Cash Money Records upholstered lounge beds. Hosted by Cash Money CEOs Birdman and Slim Williams, the moguls presented their top money making artists Lil Wayne, Drake and the recently certified platinum Nicki Minaj with plaques honoring their achievements in the past year. Invited guests dined in the Vault Bistro and danced the night away before Birdman and Slim congratulated their successful stable of artists. Read More...

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Eminem And Jay-Z: Who Will Reign Grammy Supreme?

Posted 2/13/11 7:33 pm EST by in Grammys, Interviews, Music News

By D.L. Chandler

In a battle of rap superstars Jay-Z and Eminem, Slim Shady can claim at least one victory for tonight’s upcoming Grammy Awards show – having the most nominations.

Eminem racked up an impressive ten Grammy nominations although he faces stiff competition in the likes of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry in the Album Of The Year category. But how does the Detroit rhyme slinger stack up against the seasoned Brooklyn veteran Jay-Z in the rap categories? Read More...

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Jay-Z, Gucci Align For Pre Grammy Brunch

Posted 2/12/11 11:09 pm EST by in Grammys, Interviews, Things That Aren't Hip-Hop ... But Are

By Rahman J. Dukes

Hip Hop royalty Jay-Z and Beyonce entertained a host of guests earlier today as part of high end fashion line Gucci's Pre Grammy brunch. Mr and Mrs. Carter weren't the only star power to fill the exclusive event at the Soho House West in Los Angeles. Other A-list celebs included Rihanna, Adrian Brody, Charlize Theron and Hov's Hollywood business partner Will Smith. Read More...

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Will Dr. Dre And Eminem Perform Together At The Grammys?

Posted 2/3/11 9:30 pm EST by in Grammys, Interviews, Music News

By Alvin Blanco

Hip-Hop music’s best selling dynamic duo, Dr. Dre and Eminem, are rumored to be the opening act of the 53rd Grammy Awards next Sunday (February 13).

Dr. Dre signed Eminem to his Aftermath Records label in 1996 and over the years they have appeared on a number of major records together including “Forgot About Dre” and “Guilty Conscience.” Keeping in line with Grammy performances being showcases for current music, the safe bet is at least one of the songs they perform will be “I Need A Doctor,” the second official single from Dr. Dre’s Detox album. Read More...

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